QbTest Patient Information
QbTest is a widely used and well documented objective tool that measures your or your child’s activity level and ability to concentrate and suppress impulsive behavior. ADHD is a complex disease in which no tool can provide all the answers. However, QbTest will together with other clinical information give the physician a foundation to set a diagnosis and QbTest has in many studies shown a very high ability to correctly identify ADHD. It will also provide guidance in order to provide an individually tailored treatment.
What is QbTest?
QbTest is an objective computer-based test that combines the measurement of attention ability with a kinetic analysis based on an infrared measurement system. Test results are assembled into a report and compared with norm data from other people of the same sex and age. This way you can see how you react when you concentrate on a task in comparison with persons who do not have ADHD.
Why should I take a QbTest?
The result of QbTest can provide objective valuable information to determine:
- If you or your child have ADHD
- If medication will help you
- What medicine and what dosage works best
- If a form of treatment without medications is preferable for you
How does the test work?
The test if performed in fornt of a computer screen. During the test, a number of different symbols are shown at regular intervals on a computer screen. Depending on the age of the person being tested a button shall be pushed either when a particular symbol appears on the screen or when multiple identical symbols come up in a row. This is a common method for measuring attention and impulsivity, and at the same time the activity pattern will be recorded by a camera. The test is very simple to perform and is not uncomfortable or painful in any way. When the test is complete you will receive a written report that in a simple way explains your test results compared with a norm group that you may take home with you.
For more information about the test you can contact your doctor or psychologist or contact us directly.
Frequently asked questions
Is QbTest approved?
Yes, QbTest is well documented, widely used and cleared by all concerned authorities, including Läkemedelsverket and FDA.
Will I be video filmed during the test?
No, the camera only records the movement of the infrared markers. No pictures are recorded or stored, only information about how the marker has been moving during the test.
Is the test affected by my language skills?
No, the test is not dependent on knowledge of any language. You also do not need to be able to read, write or count.
Will the test be affected by color blindness?
No, the symbols are designed so that most forms of color blindness does not matter.
Does a lot of computer gaming experience affect the test results?
No, there is no link between video game experience and test results. The test itself requires no computer knowledge at all and should be seen as a task and not a video game.
Do those who are already using ADHD medication need to be tested?
Yes, research and clinical experience shows that some people with ADHD do not respond positively to medication. In other cases, drugs help, but may not be optimally set in terms of dosage and time. A QbTest can be of great importance to determine whether the medicine is safe and effective and to optimize the dosage to your individual needs.